The steps for solving the equation 2(x + 5) + 3 = 27 are shown below. What property justifies going from Step C to Step D?
A. 2(x + 5) + 3 = 27
B. 2x + 10 + 3 = 27
C. 2x + 13 = 27
D. 2x + 13 - 13 = 27 - 13
E. 2x + 0 = 14
F. 2x = 14
G. x = 7
A. Additive identity
B. Additive inverse
C. Substitution
D. Subtraction property of equality
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